[August Songs] Carefully selected masterpieces, classics, and the latest hits you’ll want to listen to in midsummer!
What kind of songs do you want to listen to in August? Upbeat tracks that get you hyped? Or perhaps tender, heart-wrenching ballads? In this article, we’ve gathered popular songs that are perfect for August.
From tunes themed around summer staples like the beach and fireworks to love songs and youth anthems, these are all classics that elevate the summer mood.
Whether it’s for karaoke, a drive, or a barbecue, find the perfect song to match the scene where you want to enjoy music!
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[August Songs] A curated selection of masterpieces, classics, and the latest hits perfect for midsummer! (91–100)
Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK
A grand number with a refreshing vibe that resonates in the heart.
“Wasted Nights” is a song by ONE OK ROCK, a band representing Japan that also enjoys success overseas.
It was also featured as the theme song for the film “Kingdom,” so many people may have heard it in theaters.
As you listen, your excitement builds—perfect for sparking some summer fun.
Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY
A female vocal duo, PUFFY, whose exquisite laid-back vibe and approachable personas have earned them popularity both in Japan and abroad, released this as their fourth single.
The song is packed with highlights: the unique worldview of lyricist Yosui Inoue and the poppy, catchy phrases composed by Tamio Okuda.
With refreshing string arrangements that evoke the summer sky and irresistibly relaxed vocals and choreography, it’s the perfect number to play on an August drive—guaranteed to have everyone singing along.
[August Songs] Carefully selected masterpieces, classics, and the latest hits you’ll want to listen to in midsummer! (101–110)
Because of the summerRADWIMPS
A heart-stirring 2020 song by RADWIMPS that portrays the magic of summer and the fleeting nature of love.
Chosen for an Apple Music commercial, it resonated with many listeners.
Yojiro Noda’s vocals beautifully capture both the desire to cherish the limited days of summer and the longing for a summer that lasts forever.
Perfect for creating memories with someone special—like seaside dates or nighttime walks—this track is a magical piece that colors an unforgettable page of summer.
wonderRude-α
A track by Rude-α, a next-generation rapper born in Okinawa in 1997.
The opening’s bass rests give it an incredibly danceable feel—a sleek, urban rap number.
Listening to this song while walking through the city could make an ordinary day feel a little livelier and more fun.
It’s a crisp, feel-good dance tune that might even make you add a little spring to your step as it plays through your earphones.
PRAYERSIRUP
You can’t help but be captivated by the mysterious soundscape of the intro.
This is a track by SIRUP, the music project of singer-songwriter KYOtaro from Osaka Prefecture.
It’s included on the 2019 album FEEL GOOD.
With its stylish, mellow vibe, this mid-tempo dance number feels like it could make a sweltering summer night seem a little cooler.
August NightSilent Siren
There’s something about summer—the sweltering heat and that slightly nostalgic atmosphere—that strangely heightens the feeling of romance, doesn’t it? This song by the girl band Silent Siren was released in 2015 as their 10th single.
It’s a heart-fluttering love song where a driving guitar rock sound pairs perfectly with cute vocals.
The lyrics are packed with the desire to see the person you like and to close the distance even just a little.
For students especially, it might be a summer song you can really relate to.
PARTY PEOPLESixTONES
The ultimate summer party tune has to be SixTONES’ “PARTY PEOPLE.” Released in 2022, the song made waves when its music video was suddenly dropped on YouTube as a surprise.
As the title suggests, it’s packed to the brim with party vibes—an electrifying track loaded with high-energy elements.
With thundering bass and a full-on summer party mood, it’s a go-to anthem for the extroverts out there.
